Painted the frame matted black and shiny red yesterday, put black bar wraps on, and a new chain. Rear brakes are still out, I think I may wait to get a whole new set and cable rather than keep fiddling with the old ones. It sounds dangerous, but I've been riding with my front brakes only for quite awhile in the city, and most of your stopping power should come from the front anyway.

I wish I could post a picture of the bike, but my camera is irreparable. Best Buy said it had "water damage", which makes no sense. Maybe I'll stick to my 35mm for now.